Which party exercised influence on the politics of Jammu and Kashmir during most of the period between 1953 and 1974?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → The Congress
During most of the period between 1953 and 1974, the Congress party exercised influence on the politics of Jammu and Kashmir; the truncated National Conference ruled with its support for some time and later merged with it.
NCERT (2025-26): “Politics since 1948 … During most of the period between 1953 and 1974, the Congress party exercised influence on the politics of the State. A truncated National Conference (minus Sheikh Abdullah) remained in power with the active support of Congress for some time but later it merged with the Congress. Thus, the Congress gained direct control over the government in the state and brought about the changes.…” |